Compliment Sandwich Craft · Social Skills for Kids

Compliment Sandwich Craft

· Skill focus: giving positive feedback, kindness, communication

· Time: 10 minutes

· Materials: paper cutouts of “sandwich parts” (bread slices, fillings like lettuce, cheese, tomato, etc.), markers or crayons

Setup:

1. Explain that sometimes when we give suggestions, it’s best to “sandwich” them with kindness: start with a compliment, add the suggestion, and finish with another kind word.

2. Show a sample “sandwich”:

o Bread (top): Compliment → “You drew really creative pictures.”

o Filling: Suggestion → “Maybe add more color to the background.”

o Bread (bottom): Compliment → “I love how much effort you put in.”

How to Play:

Give each student paper “bread” and “filling” pieces.
On the top bread, they write a compliment.
On the filling, they write a kind suggestion for improvement.
On the bottom bread, they write another compliment or encouragement.
Stack the pieces together to create a “Compliment Sandwich.”
Pair up with a partner and share their sandwiches aloud.

Discussion / Reflection:

How does it feel to give and receive a “compliment sandwich”?
Why do you think it’s easier to hear suggestions when they’re wrapped in kindness?

How can this strategy help in school, at home, or with friends?

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